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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the waiter bring to Jack after he tries to convince Stephen to come with him on the voyage?
(a) Packet of orders from Captain Harte
(b) Dessert
(c) Another promotion for Jack
(d) Applications for sailors

2. Which of the following terms best describes the type of thoughts Jack had when Maturin elbowed him during the concert?
(a) Murderous
(b) Relieved
(c) Angry
(d) Somber

3. Which of the following does Jack indicate he relied on for his own promotion?
(a) Saving the right person
(b) Very important acts
(c) A bit of luck
(d) Brave deeds

4. How does Mrs. Harte feel about Jack's promotion?
(a) Resigned
(b) Ambivalent
(c) Thrilled
(d) Scared

5. What does Jack imagine using to beat down Maturin?
(a) Sword
(b) Violin
(c) Cello
(d) Gilt chair

Short Answer Questions

1. Maturin tells Jack that he can be found where most any morning?

2. Which word describes one of the motivating factors for Stephen to take the job?

3. Which of the following characters is the Commandant of all of the British Navy Captains stationed at Mahon?

4. What does Jack discount as a gnat in respect to Stephen joining the crew?

5. How many commands did Captain Jack have before this story was written?

(see the answer key)

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